Dawson, Joseph have big games in Toros’ loss at the Legends

Former Spurs Eric Dawson and Cory Joseph didn’t mope upon their return to the Austin Toros, coming up with big efforts in their NBA D-League team’s loss Saturday night at the Texas Legends.

Dawson registered his 16th double-double of the season with a game-high 24 points and 12 rebounds in the 110-105 loss. And Joseph, who reported to his team in Frisco only a few hours before tip-off, produced 12 points, four rebounds and two assists.

The Toros trailed by 23 early in the fourth quarter before pulling within three before Joseph’s game-tying 3-pointer with 4.9 seconds rimmed out.

It’s a strong first step for both players as they push to return to the NBA sooner rather than later.